A long-term fish experiment reveals how a mechanism called density dependence, in which the population growth rate slows as the number of individuals rises, affects population dynamics on time scales ...

Both density dependent and density independent factors have been considered important determinants of the dynamics of ungulate populations. Intraspecific competition for food and the amount of snow ...

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This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. With the world population doubling in the past 50 years ...

Researchers have uncovered a critical link between rising temperatures and declines in a species' population, shedding new light on how global warming threatens natural ecosystems. The study revealed ...

According to data compiled from World Population Review, the average global population density stands at about 14.7 people per square kilometre, a figure that dramatically increases when looking at ...

As Seattle’s population grows, the city is grappling with a debate over density. Most people agree we need to increase housing capacity and provide more affordable options, but how much density should ...

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